🏟️🚨Liverpool told Premier League ‘beast’ is better than Alexander Isak after $169M transfer

Liverpool’s record-breaking $169 million (£125 million) capture of Alexander Isak from Newcastle United this summer has ignited widespread debate among supporters and football pundits. The Swedish striker, who impressed last season with 23 Premier League goals for Newcastle, was brought in to enhance Liverpool’s attacking power. However, former Reds defender Glen Johnson has reignited discussions by insisting that Manchester City’s Erling Haaland remains the better striker.

Haaland’s Impact vs. Isak’s Transition

Erling Haaland, who joined Manchester City from Borussia Dortmund for a relatively smaller $114 million (including agent fees), has continued to dominate the English top flight. With nine goals already this season, including a decisive strike against Brentford, Haaland’s power, precision, and relentless consistency have made him a nightmare for defenders. Speaking to 10bet, Johnson made his stance clear.

“If I had to choose between Isak and Haaland right now, I’d want Haaland in my side,” Johnson stated. “Haaland is a beast, and he can do everything. He’s so talented and dangerous. Of course, Isak is a great player as well, and he showed his quality last season at Newcastle. You wouldn’t mind playing with either of them! But if there was a game tomorrow, I’d be going with Haaland.”

While Haaland continues to shine, Isak’s adaptation to life at Anfield has been less smooth. The 25-year-old, who finished just behind Mohamed Salah in last season’s scoring charts and ahead of Haaland, has struggled to replicate his Newcastle form so far. Following a recent game against Chelsea, Isak spoke about his determination to regain full rhythm. “I feel good. I’ve been working hard to get back to my best, and I’m still working to get to my best form. It was good to play out there again. I was hoping for a different result, but we’ll keep working,” the striker said.

Can Isak Compete with Haaland?

Despite Isak’s quiet start, Johnson believes the Swede has what it takes to catch up in the goals race. “I think Alexander Isak has a big chance to score as many as Erling Haaland, at least over the remainder of the season,” Johnson continued. “Manchester City are nowhere near the level they used to be, and Liverpool are going to be winning most weeks. I think Isak’s going to get endless amounts of chances to convert.”

With Liverpool’s fast-paced wingers and creative midfielders creating numerous scoring opportunities, Isak could soon find his rhythm. Johnson maintains that if the forward rediscovers the sharp finishing he displayed at Newcastle, he could even outscore Haaland before the season’s end.

The Bigger Picture

The ongoing comparison between Haaland and Isak underscores the Premier League’s growing collection of elite strikers competing at the highest level. While Haaland’s power and finishing instinct have made him one of the deadliest forwards in world football, Isak’s movement, composure, and technical quality make him a long-term investment for Liverpool.

Nevertheless, Isak’s staggering $169 million transfer fee brings with it the weight of expectation. As the campaign unfolds, fans will be eager to see if the Swedish international can live up to his record price tag and challenge Haaland’s dominance in front of goal.

For now, Glen Johnson’s opinion firmly sides with the “beast” leading Manchester City’s line, but with Isak’s potential and Liverpool’s attacking setup, this could develop into one of the most exciting striker rivalries in t

he Premier League.